Research Guides: How to Get Unavailable Articles &amp; Books with Interlibrary Loan (ILL): ILL

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When Do I Need ILL?

If you've found an article online (e.g. Google Scholar) that's behind a paywall or there's an article in our database with no full text, or if you've searched the library catalog and we don't have a copy of a book... you need this form.

Double-Check, First!

Full Text Finder: Check for Publication Title
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Search for journal, magazine, or newspaper name to see which databases of ours contain articles, if available.
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Hint: pay attention to publication dates. Some titles we have, but not through the present. If your article is newer (or older) than our subscription, you'll need to ILL.
LSC Library Catalog
If it's a book or movie you're trying to find, check the catalog. If you're looking for an article, this isn't going to be helpful.

The Form, Explained

Annotations for the ILL Form
Same information depicted in the image below, but in a searchable, navigable, accessible format.

What Next?

Library Technical Services processes these requests. They find a library that has the item and is able to share it with us. (Sometimes licensing agreements get in the way.)

For articles, plan on allowing at least a couple business days. Physical materials like books take longer, as these have to be shipped from out-of-town/state.

You will receive an email with a download link for your article, or an email notifying you when your book is available to be picked up.

ILL Guidelines
Read more details about who can request what items.

How to Get Unavailable Articles & Books with Interlibrary Loan (ILL): ILL

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